Christine Ortiz

• Developed promotional strategies to drive traffic and maximize sales opportunities in-store.
• Managed a team of sales associates, providing guidance and support to improve overall performance.

Worked in new construction to clean and get homes ready for move in. Scheduled jobs, and worked closely with contractors on time frames and deadlines.

• Managed financial statements and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Oversaw accounts payable and receivable processes, enhancing cash flow management.
• Developed annual budgets and forecasts, aligning financial goals with company objectives.
• Implemented cost control measures that improved profitability and reduced expenses.
• Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
• Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
• Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
• Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
• Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in a timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely.
• Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
• Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
• Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
• Identified significant tax savings opportunities by conducting in-depth research on applicable deductions and credits.
• Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
• Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.

• Executed merchandising strategies to optimize product placement and enhance customer visibility.
• Collaborated with sales team to align promotional activities with inventory management.
• Conducted regular audits of stock levels, ensuring product availability and minimizing overstock situations.
• Analyzed consumer trends to inform restocking decisions and improve product assortment.
• Developed visually appealing displays that increased foot traffic and improved sales performance.
• Trained new staff on company standards for merchandise presentation and inventory control procedures.
• Assisted in the implementation of seasonal marketing campaigns, contributing to store promotion efforts.
• Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
• Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
• Managed inventory levels with regular monitoring, ordering, and stock replenishment for optimal product availability.
• Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
• Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
• Improved overall store appearance by performing routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning shelves, updating signage, and reporting damaged fixtures for repair or replacement.
• Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing product knowledge and recommending suitable items based on individual needs.
• Assisted customers in locating desired items or suggesting suitable alternatives when necessary, contributing to an elevated shopping experience.
• Trained new team members in merchandising best practices, ensuring a cohesive approach across the store.
• Boosted sales by implementing effective merchandising strategies and visually appealing displays.
• Maximized floor space utilization by rearranging fixtures according to changing business needs and customer traffic patterns.
• Contributed to a safe and welcoming shopping environment by adhering to store policies, addressing potential hazards, and maintaining clean, orderly merchandise displays.